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Recent Examples of curled up
The lightweight knit is perfect for throwing on after a day at the beach, while curled up by the fire, or with a pair of linen pants and sandals.
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Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
For me, the start of summer means more backyard barbecues, days at the beach, and nights curled up with soft, lightweight bedding.
—Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2026
The couple is known for transforming their small apartment kitchen into a bona fide cafe complete with specialty drinks, featured menu items, and friends gathered around tables or curled up on sofas (or sometimes the floor) with a plate.
—Sarah Everett, The Spruce, 2 June 2026
Even the cat curled up by the fire seemed to be having a good time.
—Lori Rackl, Twin Cities, 31 May 2026
The frightened cat curled up along the shoulder of the freeway when it was seen, according to the Michigan Humane.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 27 May 2026
One friend curled up into a ball next to me, and another put his head between his legs.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 20 May 2026
Fawns can also be found curled up in tall grass or in your backyard, with their mother nowhere in sight.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Morton’s grandson curled up with him on his bed last weekend and rested on his shoulder, Michael remembered.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 13 May 2026
Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
For me, the start of summer means more backyard barbecues, days at the beach, and nights curled up with soft, lightweight bedding.
—Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2026
The couple is known for transforming their small apartment kitchen into a bona fide cafe complete with specialty drinks, featured menu items, and friends gathered around tables or curled up on sofas (or sometimes the floor) with a plate.
—Sarah Everett, The Spruce, 2 June 2026
Even the cat curled up by the fire seemed to be having a good time.
—Lori Rackl, Twin Cities, 31 May 2026
The frightened cat curled up along the shoulder of the freeway when it was seen, according to the Michigan Humane.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 27 May 2026
One friend curled up into a ball next to me, and another put his head between his legs.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 20 May 2026
Fawns can also be found curled up in tall grass or in your backyard, with their mother nowhere in sight.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Morton’s grandson curled up with him on his bed last weekend and rested on his shoulder, Michael remembered.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curled up
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In one photo, the two snuggled together on a boat.—
Audrey Schmidt,
PEOPLE,
4 June 2026
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At times, Hadley has snuggled beside her in bed.—
Laura Ungar,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
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The island is nestled between the two forks of Long Island and is known for its unspoiled beaches and beautiful manor houses.—
Kira Turnbull,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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Mandarin Oriental’s sole property debut of 2026 can be found nestled amid the clear-blue waters in Mallorca.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
6 June 2026
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When one of them crouched to pet the Federicos’ dog Marshall, napping on the floor, Rob explained how Kong dog toys were invented.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
3 June 2026
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Will Smith crouched, his left knee on the ground and his mitt grazing the dirt as his Team USA teammate, Mason Miller, strode towards the plate.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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“Curled up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curled%20up. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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